[jyl]

Thanks, everyone.

I currently ride everyday (commuting, try to do quasi-intervals between the buses) and on the weekends (only a <15 mile route, but lots climbing). There's a pretty convenient 40 mile loop around Portland (hurrah for our bike trails). I'll do that next weekend and assess butt and legs, then figure next steps.

The route looks pretty flat though I hear the elevation chart might be deceptive, or maybe a roller that is nothing at mile 10 feels different at mile 180 . . .